How can the name of the applicant be corrected or updated in a U.S. National Stage Application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. To correct or update the name of the applicant in…
Read MoreCan I convert my national application filed under 35 U.S.C. 371 to an application under 35 U.S.C. 111(a)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Yes, it is possible to convert a national application filed…
Read MoreWhat happens if the basic national fee is not paid within 30 months from the priority date in a U.S. national stage application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. If the basic national fee is not paid within 30…
Read MoreHow can a U.S. national stage application claim benefit under 35 U.S.C. 119(e) of a prior U.S. provisional application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. To claim benefit under 35 U.S.C. 119(e) of a prior U.S. provisional application in…
Read MoreHow can a U.S. national stage application claim benefit under 35 U.S.C. 120 and 365(c) of a prior application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. To claim benefit under 35 U.S.C. 120 and 365(c) of a prior filed copending…
Read MoreWhat is the process for changing the applicant in a U.S. National Stage Application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. To change the applicant in a U.S. National Stage Application…
Read MoreHow is the certified copy of the priority document handled in a U.S. national stage application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The certified copy of the priority document in a U.S. national stage application is…
Read MoreWhat is the application size fee for U.S. national stage applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The application size fee is an additional fee charged for…
Read MoreWho can be the applicant for a U.S. national stage application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The applicant for a U.S. national stage application depends on the international filing date:…
Read MoreHow does the America Invents Act (AIA) affect who can be an applicant in U.S. National Stage Applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The America Invents Act (AIA) significantly expanded who can be…
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